Ladera del Norte Elementary vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladera del Norte Elementary
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
504 students
McKinley Elementary
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
438 students
| Measure | Ladera del Norte Elementary Farmington, New Mexico | McKinley Elementary Farmington, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #60 of 416 | #130 of 416 |
| National rank | #31085 of 50,301 | #38767 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 504 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 40% |
| city | Farmington | Farmington |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 29.7).
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.3).
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary is the larger school with 504 students compared with 438.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ladera del Norte Elementary better than McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera del Norte Elementary ranks higher (41.3 vs 29.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ladera del Norte Elementary and McKinley Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Farmington and Farmington in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera del Norte Elementary: 504. McKinley Elementary: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera del Norte Elementary and McKinley Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Ladera del Norte Elementary is 60th of 416 and McKinley Elementary is 130th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).